ECE Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning opportunities

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Job summary

A leading public research university in Minneapolis is seeking candidates for a non-tenure-track teaching faculty position with a focus on undergraduate education. The role involves teaching engineering courses, assessing student work, and developing new curriculum. Candidates must hold a doctorate and demonstrate effective teaching abilities to a diverse student body. Compensation ranges from $95,000 to $145,000, depending on qualifications, with a comprehensive benefits package offered, including competitive wages and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate or equivalent foreign degree in an appropriate discipline is required.
• Demonstrated ability to teach university-level engineering courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Ability to teach effectively to a diverse group of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3 courses (9 credits) per academic semester.
• Deliver lectures and develop laboratory exercises.
• Assess student work and manage administration of courses.

Skills

Ability to teach effectively to a diverse group of students

Demonstrated ability to teach university-level engineering courses

Education

Earned doctorate or equivalent foreign degree

Job description

Overview

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities seeks candidates for a continuing non-tenure-track teaching faculty position with a primary focus on undergraduate education. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered instruction and to using modern, evidence-based pedagogical practices to support learning. The appointment is expected to be at the teaching assistant professor level, but in exceptional cases, applicants may be considered for appointment as a teaching associate professor.

The faculty member will teach 3 courses (9 credits) per academic semester, contributing to instruction across the core undergraduate Electrical Engineering curriculum, with particular instructional need in circuits and electronics, computer engineering (logic, FPGAs, and microcontrollers), and power systems. The department values instructors who employ contemporary, evidence-based teaching approaches to support student engagement and learning, such as active learning, project- and laboratory-based instruction, inclusive teaching practices, and effective use of instructional technology.

The teaching faculty member is expected to deliver lectures, develop laboratory exercises, prepare homework assignments and exams, hold office hours, assess student work, supervise teaching assistants, and manage the administration of the courses they are assigned to teach. In addition, the person in this position will be involved in the continuing improvement of courses, the development of new curriculum for the department, and will be engaged in appropriate department service activities, including curriculum-related department committees.

This position is a 9-month academic appointment that receives full benefits for 12 months. There are opportunities to teach in the summer session, which will be compensated separately. Rank and starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The initial appointment will be for one year. Following the first year and after a performance review, a multi-year contract may be considered.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate or equivalent foreign degree in an appropriate discipline is required at the time of appointment. It is anticipated that the appointment will begin Fall 2026.
• Demonstrated ability to teach university-level engineering courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The applicant’s experience must demonstrate a strong potential to enhance the department’s teaching mission.
• Ability to teach effectively to a diverse group of students

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as lead instructor in one or more university-level engineering courses
• Industry experience that could be brought into the classroom
• Experience as a lead instructor at a U.S. institution

About The Department

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is one of the largest departments within the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota. Current research areas include Biomedical and Biological Computation Methods; Devices and Systems; Communications, Signal Processing, and Networking; Computer Engineering, VLSI, and Circuits; Fields, Photonics, and Magnetics; Micro and Nano Structures; Sustainable Energy Systems, Power Electronics and Drives; Systems and Controls. To learn more about the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota, please visit the department website (https://cse.umn.edu/ece).

Pay and Benefits

• Teaching Assistant Professor $95,000 - $115,000 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience
• Teaching Associate Professor $110,000 - $145,000 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience
• Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
• Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• The University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes
• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, go to the Interfolio job site and follow the application instructions.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [e-mail] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About The U Of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).